Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is 13 hours ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LGW to ZQN flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Right now, 585 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 1.045 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to ZQN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LGW to ZQN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ZQN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Queenstown Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Queenstown's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Queenstown Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
The street address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
From Queenstown Airport, Queenstown is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Queenstown. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to ZQN in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Queenstown, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Journey about 354 kilometres east to Christchurch to tick off its leading sights. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown, Dunedin is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.